Job Description

The law firm of Marshall Dennehey seeks a full-time Legal Administrative Assistant with 3-5 years of civil defense litigation experience to join its Melville, NY office.

Description:

• Perform secretarial and clerical duties
• Open mail for attorney and log time on time sheet as necessary
• Enter attorney time sheets into computer on a daily basis
• Answer telephone, giving non-legal information when possible, refer call to attorney and take messages
• Transcribe dictation utilizing dictation system (BigHand), occasionally prepare correspondence on own initiative for approval of lawyer and prepare legal documents as required
• Maintain files, assisting with filing or request file clerk assistance from office manager/floor supervisor when necessary
• Responsible for scheduling depositions and various other meetings and appointments
• In emergency may have to deliver or collect documents for attorney at courthouse, other law offices, etc.
• Make travel arrangements and hotel reservations for attorney
• Maintain attorney diary system
• Perform additional duties as required

Minimum Requirements:

• Must have at least 3 years of defense litigation experience.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Must be able to manage a heavy workload in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to communicate with clients and co-workers effectively and efficiently

Candidates must have proven track record of organization skills, possess excellent typing skills, possess a keen eye for detail, and have the ability to prioritize, multitask, and work in a team environment

Salary range: $60,000 - $70,000

The posted salary range for this position is based on several legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the Firm. Marshall Dennehey is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws.

Marshall Dennehey is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this position.

Firm offers a sound future, competitive salary, and an excellent benefits package.

Qualified candidates should submit cover letter, resume and salary requirement for consideration.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer AA/M/F/D/V

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